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William Saliba Set for Surgery, Faces Up to Five Months on Sidelines After World Cup Injury

William Saliba Set for Surgery, Faces Up to Five Months on Sidelines After World Cup Injury

According to sports reports, Saliba could be out of action for up to five months after limping out of France’s World Cup semi-final against Spain. The 25-year-old defender had been following a modified training programme to manage chronic back pain but lasted only 30 minutes before signalling for a substitution. French media now suggest he will need surgery and a lengthy rehabilitation. The setback is a blow for Premier League champions Arsenal. Saliba played a key role in ending their 22-year title drought and admitted he’d been carrying the injury through crucial Champions League and league fixtures.

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Y
yemi

How do you think Arsenal and France will cope without Saliba's pace and defensive stability for up to five months?

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J
jaruma

Are you more interested in Arsenal's defensive reshuffle or France's backline strategy without his pace?

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K
kris

Dis World Cup injury list dey lengthen, suggesting teams still struggle with proper rotation and player load management.

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P
peter

Do you think clubs will adjust their rotation plans after Saliba's five-month sidelining?

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D
dapo

Five months sounds like worst-case scenario; Saliba's history shows he often recovers quicker once he commits fully to rehab.

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B
bola

An individualized recovery schedule plus mental coaching could help him return stronger once cleared for training and match fitness.

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